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Mercer County Career Center
High School · Mercer County Career Center
776 Greenville Road, Mercer, PA 16137
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
0.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
0.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Mercer County Career Center
Mercer County Career Center is a public high school in Mercer, PA, part of the Mercer County Career Center. The school serves approximately 6 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 0.3:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $69,975, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 6 students, Mercer County Career Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.3:1, Mercer County Career Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Mercer County Career Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.3:1
- Address
- 776 Greenville Road, Mercer, PA 16137
- Website
- mercerccc.org
- Phone
- (724) 662-3000
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Location
776 Greenville Road, Mercer, PA 16137
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercer County Career Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wilmington Area HS (rated 8.8/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby New Wilmington). Another option is Commodore Perry JSHS (rated 8.0/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Hadley). Additionally, Grove City Area HS (rated 6.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Grove City). For more schools in Mercer, see our Mercer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer Area El Sch Mercer | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Mercer Area MS Mercer | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Mercer Area SHS Mercer | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mercer | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLOW CREEK SCHOOL Jackson Center | 5.3 mi | — |
| DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Jackson Center | 6.0 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Fredonia | 7.6 mi | — |
| WOOD LAWN SCHOOL New Wilmington | 7.2 mi | 2.8 |
| PINE HOLLOW SCHOOL Fredonia | 8.6 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Fredonia | 8.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Wilmington Area MS New Wilmington | 9.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Wilmington Area HS New Wilmington | 9.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Wilmington Area El Sch New Wilmington | 9.8 mi | 8.5 |
| STONEBORO WESLEYAN METHODIST SCHOOL Stoneboro | 9.0 mi | 5.7 |
| FAYETTE SCHOOL Volant | 10.7 mi | — |
| Reynolds El Sch Greenville | 9.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Reynolds JSHS Greenville | 9.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Grove City Area HS Grove City | 9.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Commodore Perry Sch Hadley | 12.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Commodore Perry JSHS Hadley | 12.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,975
Median Home Value
$176,800
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
12,327
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
43.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mercer County Career Center has a median household income of $69,975. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,800, with a median rent of $635/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A W Beattie Career Center Allison Park, PA | — |
| Adams County Technical Institute Gettysburg, PA | — |
| BNOS YISROEL GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Scranton, PA | — |
| Central Montco Technical High School Plymouth Meeting, PA | — |
| Central PA Institute of Science and Technology Pleasant Gap, PA | — |
| Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center New Stanton, PA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercer County Career Center
What grades does Mercer County Career Center serve?
Mercer County Career Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mercer County Career Center?
Mercer County Career Center has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercer County Career Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercer County Career Center is 0.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Mercer County Career Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mercer County Career Center has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mercer County Career Center a charter school?
No, Mercer County Career Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mercer County Career Center a Title I school?
No, Mercer County Career Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,565/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mercer). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Mercer County
- Phone
- (724) 662-3000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mercer County Career Center- District Enrollment
- 6
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $773,429
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